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Plasma TV user manual

Plasma TV

user manual

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Figures and illustrations in this User Manual are provided for reference only and may differ from actual product appearance.
Product design and specifications may be changed without notice.

User Instructions

• Screen Image retention

Do not display a still image (such as on a video game) on the plasma display panel for more than several minutes as it can cause screen image

retention. This image retention is also known as “screen burn”. To avoid such image retention, refer to page 16 of this manual to reduce the degree of
brightness and contrast of the screen when displaying a still image.

• Heat on the top of the Plasma TV

The top side of the product may be hot after long periods of use as heat dissipates from the panel through the vent hole in the upper part of the

product.

This is normal and does not indicate any defect or operation failure of the product.
However, children should be prevented from touching the upper part of the product.

• The product is making a “cracking” noise.

A “cracking” noise may occur when the product contracts or expands due to a change in the surrounding environm ent such as temperature or

humidity. This is normal and not a defect of the unit.

• Cell Defects

The PDP uses a panel consisting of 2,360,000(HD-level) to 6,221,000(FHD-level) pixels which require sophisticated technology to produce. However,

there may be a few bright or dark pixels on the screen. These pixels will have no impact on the performance of the product.

• Avoid operating the TV at temperatures below 41°F (5°C)

• A still image displayed too long may cause permanent damage to the PDP Panel.

Watching the Plasma TV in 4:3 format for a long period of time may leave traces of borders displayed on the left, right and center of
the screen caused by the difference of light emission on the screen. Playing a DVD or a game console may cause similar effects to
the screen.
Damages caused by the above effect are not covered by the Warranty.

• After-images on the Screen.
Displaying still images from Video games and PC for longer than a certain period of time may produce partial after-images.
To prevent this effect, reduce the “brightness” and “contrast” when displaying still images for a long time.

• Warranty

Warranty does not cover any damage caused by image retention.
Burn-in is not covered by the warranty.

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Contents

Getting Started

y List of Features .........................................................4

y Accessories .............................................................. 4

y Install the Stand ........................................................ 5

y Viewing the Control Panel .........................................6

y Viewing the Remote Control ...................................... 7

y Connecting to an Antenna ........................................ 8

y Plug & Play (Initial Setup) ...........................................8

Connections

y Connecting to an AV Device ......................................9

y Connecting to an Audio Device ...............................11

y Connecting to a PC ................................................ 12

y Changing the Input Source ..................................... 13

Basic Features

y How to Navigate Menus .......................................... 13

y Channel Menu ....................................................... 14

Seeing Channels 14
Using Favorite Channels 14
Memorizing Channels 14
Editing Channels 15
Other Features 15

y Picture Menu .......................................................... 16

Changing the Preset Picture Mode 16
Adjusting Picture Settings 16
Economical Solutions 16
Changing the Picture Options 17
Viewing TV using the 3D function 19
Setting up the TV with Your PC 22

y Sound Menu ........................................................... 22

Changing the Preset Sound Mode 22
Adjusting Sound Settings 22
Sound Settings 22

y Setup Menu ............................................................ 23

Setting the Time 23
Using the Sleep Timer 24
Setting the On / Off Timer 24
Locking Programs 24
Other Features 26
Picture In Picture (PIP) 27

y Support Menu ......................................................... 27

Advanced Features

y Network Connection ............................................... 29

Connecting to a Wired Network 29
Connecting to a Wireless Network 31

y Media Play .............................................................. 36

Connecting a USB Device 36
Connecting to your PC through a network 36
Screen Display 38
Playing Multiple Files 41
Media Play - Additional Functions 41

y Anynet+ .................................................................. 43

Setting Up Anynet+ 44
Switching between Anynet+ Devices 44
Recording 45
Listening through a Receiver 45
Troubleshooting for Anynet+ 46

y Internet@TV ............................................................ 47

Getting Started with Internet@TV 47
Setting up Internet@TV 48
Using the Internet@TV service 50
PROFILE Widget 52
Widget Gallery 52
Troubleshooting for Internet@TV 53
Help Website 53

y AllShare ..................................................................54

About AllShare 54
Setting Up AllShare 54

Other Information

y Assembling the Cables ........................................... 56

y Installing the Wall Mount ......................................... 57

y Securing the Installation Space ............................... 58

y Securing the TV to the Wall ..................................... 59

To Avoid the TV from Falling 59

y Troubleshooting ......................................................60

y License ................................................................... 63

y Specifications ......................................................... 64

y Index ...................................................................... 65

ENGLISH

TOOLS

t

This function can be used by pressing the

TOOLS button on the remote control.

Check the Symbol!

Note Step by Step Guide

Indicates additional information. Check here for instructions on how to open

the relevant submenu within the OSD (on

screen display).

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Getting Started

Getting Started

List of Features

y Excellent Digital Interface & Networking: With a built-in HD digital tuner, nonsubscription HD broadcasts can be viewed

without a cable box / STB (Set-Top-Box) satellite receiver.

y Media Play: Allows you to play music files, pictures, and movies saved on a USB device (p. 36).
y Internet@TV: You can use various internet services and view useful information and entertaining content (p. 47).
y AllShare: AllShare connects your TV and compatible Samsung mobile phones/devices through a network (p. 54).
y Self Diagnosis: You can check whether picture or sound operate normally (p. 28).

Accessories

✎

Please make sure the following items are included with your PDP TV. If any items are missing, contact your dealer.

✎

The items' colors and shapes may vary depending on the models.

y Remote Control & Batteries (AAA x 2)
y Owner’s Instructions

(M4 X L12)

Blanking Bracket & Screw (1EA) Cable Tie Holder-Wire (3EA)

y Cleaning Cloth
y Warranty Card / Safety Guide

Holder-Wire stand Ferrite Core for Power Cord (A) Ferrite Core for Power Cord (B)

✎

Ferrite Core for Power Cord: The ferrite cores are used to shield the cables from
interference. When connecting a cable, open the ferrite core and clip it around the
cable near the plug as shown in the figure.

y A Maximum distance between the ferrite core and the end of the cord inserted in the

TV: 2 inches

y B Maximum Distance between the ferrite core and the other end of the cord inserted in

the AC outlet: 3/4 inch

✎

For best cable connection to this product, be sure to use cables with a maximum thickness as below:

y Maximum thickness - 0.55 inches (14mm)

Input Cables (Sold Separately)

HDMI HDMI-DVI Component Composite (AV) Coaxial (RF) VGA

A

B

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Install the Stand

s

s

s

s

s

s

s

s

s

s

01 Getting Started

s

s

s

s

s

Stand (1EA) Guide Stand (1EA) Screws (10EA)

Follow the steps below to connect the TV to the stand. (50 inch model only)

Screws (M4 X L12)

s

Guide Stand

s

s

s

s

Stand

Rear

1. Connect the Guide Stand to the Stand using five screws (M4 X L12) as shown.

5EA (M4 X L12)

5EA (M4 X L10)

Top view

Front

Rear

2

Screws (M4 X L10)

1

2. With your TV upright, connect the TV to the Stand.

3. Fasten two screws (M4 X L10) at position 1, and then

fasten three screws (M4 X L10) at position 2.

✎

NOTE

Make sure to distinguish between the front and back of the Stand and Guide Stand when assembling them.

x

Make sure that at least two persons lift and move the PDP TV.

x

Stand the product up and fasten the screws. If you fasten the screws with the PDP TV placed down, it may lean to

x

one side.

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Getting Started

Viewing the Control Panel

✎

The product color and shape may vary depending on the model.

Power Indicator

Speakers

Power Indicator Blinks and turns off when the power is on and lights up in standby mode.
Remote control sensor Aim the remote control towards this spot on the TV.

SOURCE

MENU Displays an on-screen menu, the OSD (on screen display) of your TV’s features.

y

z

P

Standby mode

Do not leave your TV in standby mode for long periods of time (when you are away on a holiday, for example). A small amount
of electric power is still consumed even when the power button is turned off. It is best to unplug the power cord.

E

(Power)

Toggles between all the available input sources. In the on-screen menu, use this
button as you would use the ENTERE button on the remote control.

Adjusts the volume. In the OSD, use the
and ► buttons on the remote control.

Changes the channels. In the OSD, use the
▼ and ▲ buttons on the remote control.

Turns the TV on or off.

Remote control sensor

y

buttons as you would use the ◄

z

buttons as you would use the

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Viewing the Remote Control

✎

This is a special remote control for the visually impaired and has Braille points on the Power, Channel and Volume
buttons.

01 Getting Started

Turns the TV on and off.

Displays and selects the available video

sources (p. 13).

Press to directly access channels.

Press to select additional channels

(digital) being broadcasted by the same

station. For example, to select channel

“54-3”, press “54”, then press “–” and

“3”.

Adjusts the volume.

Brings up the OSD.

Displays the Content View, which

includes Channel List, Internet@TV,

Media Play, AllShare and 3D.

Quickly select frequently used functions.

Returns to the previous menu.

POWER

CONTENT

TOOLS

RETURN

SOURCE

MUTE

CH LIST

MENU

ON/OFF

PRE-CH

@TV

INTERNET

INFO

EXIT

Turns the remote control light on or
off. When on, the buttons become
illuminated for a moment when pressed.
(Using the remote control with this button
set to ON will reduce the battery usage
time.)

Returns to the previous channel.

Cuts off the sound temporarily.

Changes channels.

Displays the channel list on the screen
(p. 14).

Link to various internet services (p. 47).

Displays information on the TV screen.

Selects the on-screen menu items and
changes the values seen on the menu.

Exits the menu.

Buttons used in the Channel List,

Internet@TV, Media Play menu, etc.

Use these buttons in Media Play and

Anynet+ modes (p. 36, 43).

(: Controls recording for Samsung

recorders that have the Anynet+ feature)

Installing batteries (Battery size: AAA)

A B C D

MEDIA.P YAHOO!

FAV.CH P.SIZE

✎

NOTE

Use the remote control within 23 feet from the TV.

x

Bright light may affect the performance of the remote

x

control. Avoid use when nearby fluorescent lights or neon
signs.

The color and shape may vary depending on the model.

x

3D

CC

MEDIA.P: Displays Media Play (p. 36).
YAHOO!: Runs the Yahoo widget. (p.

51).

3D: Sets the 3D mode. (p. 20).
FAV.CH: Displays Favorite Channel Lists

on the screen (p. 14).

P.SIZE: Selects the picture size (p. 18).
CC: Controls the caption decoder (p.

26).

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Getting Started

POWER

INFO GUIDE

Connecting to an Antenna

When the TV is initially powered on, basic settings proceed automatically.

✎

Connecting the power cord and antenna.

VHF/UHF Antenna

Antenna Cable (Not Supplied)

or

Plug & Play (Initial Setup)

When the TV is initially powered on, a sequence of on-screen prompts will assist in configuring basic settings. Press the

POWERP button. Plug & Play is available only when the Input source is set to TV.

✎

To return to the previous step, press the Red button.

Selecting a language

1

Selecting Store Demo

2

or Home Use

Selecting an antenna

Press the ▲ or ▼ button, then press the ENTER
Select the desired OSD (On Screen Display) language.

Press the ◄ or ► button, then press the ENTER

y Select the Home Use mode. Store Demo Mode is for retail

environments.

y To return the unit’s settings from Store Demo to Home Use

(standard): Press the volume button on the TV. When you
see the volume OSD, press and hold MENU for 5 sec.

Press the ▲ or ▼ button, then press the ENTER

E

button.

E

button.

E

button. Select Air, Cable or Auto.

Cable

ANT OUT

P

3

Selecting a channel

4

Setting the Clock

5

Mode

View the HD

6

Connection Guide
Enjoy the TV.

Press the ▲ or ▼ button, then press the ENTER
to memorize. When setting the antenna source to Cable, a step appears allowing you to
assign numerical values (channel frequencies) to the channels. For more information, refer to
Channel → Auto Program (p. 14).

✎

Press the ENTERE button at any time to interrupt the memorization process.

Set the Clock Mode automatically or manually.

y Auto: Allows you to select DST (Daylight Saving Time) mode and time zone.
y Manual: Allows you to manually set the current date and time (p. 23).

The connection method for the best HD screen quality is displayed.

Press the ENTERE button.

E

button. Select the channel source

7

If You Want to Reset This Feature...

O

MENUm → Setup → Plug & Play → ENTER

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E

Connections

Connecting to an AV Device

Using an HDMI or HDMI/DVI Cable: HD connection (up to 1080p)

We recommend using the HDMI connection for the best quality HD picture.
Available devices: DVD, Blu-ray player, HD cable box, HD STB (Set-Top-Box) satellite receiver

HDMI Cable (Not Supplied)

02 Connections

Device

HDMI OUT

Device

HDMI to DVI Cable (Not Supplied)

WR

Red White

✎

HDMI IN 1(DVI), 2(ARC), 3, 4, PC/DVI AUDIO IN

For better picture and audio quality, connect to a digital device using an HDMI cable.

x

An HDMI cable supports digital video and audio signals, and does not require an audio cable.

x

– To connect the TV to a digital device that does not support HDMI output, use an HDMI/DVI and audio cables.

The picture may not display normally (if at all) or the audio may not work if an external device that uses an older

x

version of HDMI mode is connected to the TV. If such a problem occurs, ask the manufacturer of the external
device about the HDMI version and, if out of date, request an upgrade.

Be sure to use an HDMI cable with a thickness of 14 mm or less.

x

Be sure to purchase a certified HDMI cable. Otherwise, the picture may not display or a connection error may

x

occur.
A basic high-speed HDMI cable or one with ethernet is recommended. This product does not support the

x

ethernet function via HDMI.
This product supports the 3D and ARC (Audio Return Channel) functions via an HDMI cable. Note that the

x

ARC function is supported by the HDMI IN 2(ARC) port only.

– If 3D Auto View is set to On, some functions such as Internet@TV may be disabled. In this case, set 3D

Auto View or 3D Mode to Off.

The ARC function allows digital audio to output via the HDMI IN 2(ARC) port. It can be enabled only when the

x

TV is connected with an audio receiver that supports the ARC function.

Audio Cable (Not Supplied)

W

R

DVI OUT

AUDIO OUT

R-AUDIO-L

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Connections

Using a Component (up to 1080p) or Audio/Video (480i only) Cable

Available devices: DVD, Blu-ray player, cable box, STB satellite receiver, VCR

Video Cable

(Not Supplied)

W

R

Red

White

Y

Yellow

Device Device

✎

When connecting to AV IN, the color of the AV IN [Y/VIDEO] jack (green) will not match the video cable (yellow).

✎

For better picture quality, the Component connection is recommended over the A/V connection.

Using an EX-Link Cable Connection

Available Devices: External devices that support EX-Link.

Y

Y

VIDEO OUT

W

R

W

R

AUDIO OUT

R-AUDIO-L

Audio Cable

(Not Supplied)

AUDIO OUT

R-AUDIO-L

WR R GB

RGB W R

COMPONENT OUT

PR

PB G

Component Cable

(Not Supplied)

RGBWR

RedRed

BlueWhite

Green

10

EX-LINK: Connector for service only.

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Connecting to an Audio Device

R-AUDIO-L

Using an Optical (Digital) or Audio (Analog) Cable Connection

Available devices: Digital Audio System, Amplifier, DVD home theater

Audio Cable (Not Supplied)

Optical Cable (Not Supplied)

✎

DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL)

When a Digital Audio System is connected to the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL) jack, decrease the volume

x

of both the TV and the system.

5.1 CH (channel) audio is available when the TV is connected to an external device supporting 5.1 CH.

x

When the receiver (home theater) is set to on, you can hear sound output from the TV’s optical jack. When the

x

TV is receiving a DTV signal, the TV will send 5.1 CH sound to the home theater receiver. When the source is
a digital component such as a DVD / Blu-ray player / cable box / STB (Set-Top-Box) satellite receiver and is
connected to the TV via HDMI, only 2 CH audio will be heard from the home theater receiver. If you want to
hear 5.1 CH audio, connect the digital audio out jack from your DVD / Blu-ray player / cable box / STB satellite
receiver directly to an amplifier or home theater.

✎

AUDIO OUT: Connects to the audio input jacks on your amplifier/DVD home theater.

When connecting, use the appropriate connector.

x

When an audio amplifier is connected to the AUDIO OUT jacks: Decrease the volume of the TV and adjust the

x

volume level with the amplifier’s volume control.

Red White

AUDIO IN

OPTICAL

02 Connections

WR

Digital Audio System

Amplifier,

DVD home theater

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Connections

Using an HDMI/DVI cable or a D-sub cable

Connecting to a PC

HDMI to DVI Cable

(Not Supplied)

DVI OUT

AUDIO OUT

Display Modes (D-Sub and HDMI/DVI Input)

Optimal resolution is 1920 X 1080 @ 60 Hz.

Mode Resolution

IBM

MAC

VESA CVT

VESA DMT

VESA GTF

VESA DMT / DTV CEA

640 x 350
720 x 400

640 x 480
832 x 624

1152 x 870

720 x 576
1152 x 864
1280 x 720
1280 x 960

640 x 480

640 x 480

640 x 480

800 x 600

800 x 600

800 x 600
1024 x 768
1024 x 768
1024 x 768
1152 x 864

1280 x 1024
1280 x 1024

1280 x 720
1280 x 800
1280 x 800
1280 x 960
1360 x 768
1440 x 900
1440 x 900

1680 x 1050

1280 x 720

1280 x 1024

1920 x 1080p 67,500 60,000 148,500 +/+

Horizontal Frequency

(KHz)

31,469
31,469

35,000
49,726
68,681

35,910
53,783
56,456
75,231

31,469
37,861
37,500
37,879
48,077
46,875
48,363
56,476
60,023
67,500
63,981
79,976
45,000
49,702
62,795
60,000
47,712
55,935
70,635
65,290

52,500
74,620

Audio Cable (Not Supplied)

D-Sub Cable (Not Supplied)

Vertical Frequency

(Hz)

70,086
70,087

66,667
74,551
75,062

59,950
59,959
74,777
74,857

59,940
72,809
75,000
60,317
72,188
75,000
60,004
70,069
75,029
75,000
60,020
75,025
60,000
59,810
74,934
60,000
60,015
59,887
74,984
59,954

70,000
70,000

AUDIO OUT

PC OUT

Pixel Clock Frequency

(MHz)

25,175
28,322

30,240
57,284

100,000

32,750
81,750
95,750

130,000

25,175
31,500
31,500
40,000
50,000
49,500
65,000
75,000

78,750
108,000
108,000
135,000

74,250

83,500
106,500
108,000

85,500
106,500
136,750
146,250

89,040
128,943

Sync Polarity

(H / V)

+/-

-/+

-/-

-/-

-/-

-/+

-/+

-/+

-/+

-/-

-/-

-/­+/+
+/+
+/+

-/-

-/­+/+
+/+
+/+
+/+
+/+

-/+

-/+
+/+
+/+

-/+

-/+

-/+

-/+

-/-

✎

NOTE

For HDMI/DVI cable connection, you must use the HDMI IN 1(DVI) jack.

x

The interlace mode is not supported.

x

The set may operate abnormally if a non-standard video format is selected.

x

Separate and Composite modes are supported. SOG(Sync On Green) is not supported.

x

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Changing the Input Source

SOURCE

C

H LI

ST

MUTE

POWER

SOURCE

O

N/OFF

P

RE-CH

@TV

T

T

S

I

Source List

Use to select TV or an external input sources
such as a DVD / Blu-ray player / cable box /
STB satellite receiver.

O

MENUm → Input → Source List → ENTER

■ TV / PC / AV / Component / HDMI1/DVI / HDMI2 /
HDMI3 / HDMI4 / USB

✎

You can only choose external devices that
are connected to the TV. In the Source List,
connected inputs will be highlighted.

✎

In the Source List, PC is always activated.

E

Basic Features

Edit Name

O

MENUm → Input → Edit Name → ENTER

■ VCR / DVD / Cable STB / Satellite STB / PVR STB /
AV Receiver / Game / Camcorder / PC / DVI PC / DVI
Devices / TV / IPTV / Blu-ray / HD DVD / DMA: Name

the device connected to the input jacks to make your
input source selection easier.

✎

When a PC with a resolution of 1920 x 1080 @ 60Hz is
connected to the HDMI IN 1(DVI) port, you should set
the TV to DVI PC mode under Edit Name.

✎

When connecting an HDMI/DVI cable to the HDMI IN

1(DVI) port, you should set the TV to DVI PC or DVI

Devices mode under Edit Name.

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02 Connections

How to Navigate Menus

Before using the TV, follow the steps below to learn how to
navigate the menu and select and adjust different functions.

MENU

1

2

3

1 MENU button: Displays the main on-screen menu.
2 ENTER

select an item. Confirm the setting.

3 RETURN button: Returns to the previous menu.
4 EXIT button: Exits the on-screen menu.

CONTEN

TOOL

RETURN

E

/ Direction button: Move the cursor and

INTERNE

NFO

EXIT

4

How to Operate the OSD (On Screen Display)

The access step may differ depending on the selected menu.

MENU

m

1

▲ / ▼ Select an icon with the ▲ or ▼

2

ENTER

E

3

▲ / ▼

4

◄ / ►

5

ENTER

E

6

EXIT

e

The main menu options appear on
the screen:

Picture, Sound, Channel, Setup,
Input, Application, Support.

button.
Press ENTERE to access the

sub-menu.
Select the desired submenu with

the ▲ or ▼ button.
Adjust the value of an item with the

◄ or ► button. The adjustment in
the OSD may differ depending on
the selected menu.

Press ENTERE to confirm the
selection.

Press EXIT.

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Basic Features

B

Channel Menu

¦ Seeing Channels

Channel List

Add, delete or set Favorite channels and use
the program guide for digital broadcasts.

O

MENUm → Channel → Channel List

→ ENTER

Select a channel in the All Channels, Added
Channels, Favorite or Programmed screen by

pressing the ▲ / ▼ and ENTERE buttons. Then you can
watch the selected channel.

Added Channels

E

6 Air
6-1 * TV #6

7 Air

8 Air
9 Air

9-1 * TV #9
10 Air

10-1 * TV #10
11-1 * TV #11

Air Antenna B Zoom Select kPage

All Channels: Shows all currently available channels.

■

■

Added Channels: Shows all added channels.

*

■

Favorite: Shows all favorite channels.

Programmed: Shows all currently reserved

■
programs.

✎

Using the color buttons with the Channel List

Red (Antenna): Switches to Air or Cable.

x

Green (Zoom): Enlarges or shrinks a channel

x

number.

Yellow (Select): Selects multiple channel lists.

x

Select desired channels and press the Yellow button
to set all the selected channels at the same time. The

c

mark appears to the left of the selected channels.

k

(Page): Move to next or previous page.

x

T

(Tools): Displays the Channel List option menu.

x

(The options menus may differ depending on the
situation.)

Channel Status Display Icons

T

CH LIST

Tools

¦ Using Favorite Channels

O

MENUm → Channel → Channel List → ENTER

E

Add to Favorite / Delete from Favorite

t

Set channels you watch frequently as Favorites.

1. Select a channel and press the TOOLS button.

2. Add or delete a channel using the Add to Favorite or
Delete from Favorite menu respectively.

Added Channels

To show all Favorite channels, click on the
button shown on the right.

6 Air
6-1 * TV #6

7 Air

8 Air
9 Air

9-1 * TV #9
10 Air

10-1 * TV #10
11-1 * TV #11

Air Antenna B Zoom Select kPage

Delete
Add to Favorite

Timer Viewing
Channel Name Edit
Select All

T

Tools

FAV.CH

¦ Memorizing Channels

O

MENUm → Channel → ENTER

Antenna (Air / Cable)

Before your television can begin memorizing the available
channels, you must specify the type of signal source that is
connected to the TV (i.e. an Air or a Cable system).

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Auto Program

■ Air: Air antenna signal.

■ Cable: Cable antenna signal.

■ Auto: Air and Cable antenna.

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A channel selected.
A channel set as a Favorite.

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A reserved Program.

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NOTE

When selecting the Cable TV system: STD, HRC

x

and IRC identify various types of cable TV systems.
Contact your local cable company to identify the
type of cable system that exists in your particular
area. At this point, the signal source has been
selected.

After all the available channels are stored, it starts

x

to remove scrambled channels. The Auto Program
menu then reappears.

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MENUm → Channel → Channel List → ENTER

Channel Name Edit

1. Select a channel and press the TOOLS button.

2. Edit the channel name using the Channel Name Edit

menu.

■ Channel Name Edit (analog channels only): Assign your

own channel name.

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MENUm → Channel → ENTER

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Clear Scrambled Channel

This function is used to filter out scrambled channels after
Auto Program is completed. This process may take up to
20~30 minutes.

How to Stop Searching Scrambled Channels

1. Press the ENTER

2. Press the ◄ button to select Yes.

3. Press the ENTER

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This function is only available in Cable mode.

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button to select Stop.

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button.

Channel List

Channel List Option Menu
Set each channel using the Channel List menu options (Add

/ Delete, Timer Viewing, Select All / Deselect All). Option

menu items may differ depending on the channel status.

1. Select a channel and press the TOOLS button.

2. Select a function and change its settings.

■ Add / Delete: Delete or add a channel to display the

channels you want.

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NOTE

All deleted channels will be shown on the All

x

Channels menu.
A gray-colored channel indicates the channel

x

has been deleted.
The Add menu only appears for deleted

x

channels.
Delete a channel from the Added Channels or

x

Favorite menu in the same manner.

■ Timer Viewing: You can set a desired channel to be

displayed automatically at the reserved time. Set the
current time first to use this function.

1. Press the ◄ / ► / ▲ / ▼ buttons to select the

desired channel in Channel List.

2. Press the TOOLS button, then select Timer

Viewing.

3. Scroll up or down to adjust the settings in the box,

or use the numeric buttons on your remote to enter
the date and time.

✎

If you selected Once, Every Week or EveryDay
in Repeat you can enter the date you want.

4. Select OK, then press the ENTER

done.

✎

NOTE

Only memorized channels can be reserved.

x

Reserved programs will be displayed in the

x

Programmed menu.
When a digital channel is selected, press the ►

x

button to view the digital program.

■ Select All: Select all the channels in the channel list.

■ Deselect All: Deselect all the selected channels.

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You can only select Deselect All when one or
more channels are selected.

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button when

Programmed

(in Channel List)
You can view, modify or delete a show you have reserved

to watch. Programmed timer viewing is displayed here.
Highlight a program and press the TOOLS button to display
Options.

■ Change Info: Change a show you have reserved to

watch. Begin with step 3 of “Timer Viewing” above.

■ Cancel Schedules: Cancel a show you have reserved

to watch.

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This deletes the highlighted or selected
program(s).

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■ Information: Display a show you have reserved

to watch. (You can also change the reservation
Information.)

✎

Alternatively, you can view Information by
highlighting a program and pressing the

ENTERE button.

■ Select All / Deselect All: Select or deselect all reserved

programs.

Fine Tune

(analog channels only)
If the reception is clear, you do not have to fine tune the

channel, as this is done automatically during the search and
store operation. If the signal is weak or distorted, fine tune
the channel manually. Scroll to the left or right until the image
is clear.

✎

Settings are applied to the channel you're currently
watching.

✎

Fine tuned channels that have been saved are marked
with an asterisk “*” on the right-hand side of the
channel number in the channel banner.

✎

To reset the fine-tuning, select Reset.

Picture Menu

¦ Changing the Preset Picture Mode

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MENUm → Picture → Mode → ENTER

Mode

Select your preferred picture type.

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■ Dynamic: Suitable for a bright room.

■ Standard: Suitable for a normal environment.

■ Relax: Suitable for reducing eye strain.

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Relax is not available in PC mode.

■ Movie: Suitable for watching movies in a dark room.

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¦ Adjusting Picture Settings

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MENUm → Picture → ENTER

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Cell Light / Contrast / Brightness /
Sharpness / Color / Tint (G/R)

Your television has several setting options for picture quality
control.

✎

NOTE

When you make changes to Cell Light, Contrast,

x

Brightness, Sharpness, Color or Tint (G/R) the
OSD will be adjusted accordingly.

In PC mode, you can only make changes to

x

Cell Light, Contrast and Brightness.
Settings can be adjusted and stored for each

x

external device connected to the TV.

¦ Economical Solutions

The Eco Function can be used to enhance your power
savings.

Eco Solution

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MENUm → Picture → Eco Solution → ENTER

■ Energy Saving (Off / Low / Medium / High / Picture
Off): This adjusts the brightness of the TV in order to

reduce power consumption. If you select Picture Off,
the screen is turned off, but the sound remains on.
Press any button except the volume button to turn on
the screen. Until the screen turns on again, a distorted
picture will be displayed for about 4 seconds.

■ Eco Sensor (Off / On): To enhance your power savings;
the picture settings will automatically adapt to the light
in the room.

✎

If you adjust the Cell Light, the Eco Sensor will
be set to Off.

Min Cell Light: When Eco sensor is On, the minimum
screen brightness can be adjusted manually.

✎

If Eco Sensor is On, the display brightness may
change (become slightly darker in most cases)
depending on the surrounding light intensity.

■ No Signal Power Off (Off / 15 min. / 30 min. / 60
min.): To avoid unnecessary energy consumption,
set how long you want the TV to remain on if it's not
receiving a signal.

✎

Disabled when the PC is in power saving mode.

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¦ Changing the Picture Options

Advanced Settings

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MENUm → Picture → Advanced Settings →
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(Advanced Settings are available in Standard / Movie mode)
Compared to previous models, new Samsung TVs have a

more precise picture.

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In PC mode, you can only make changes to Dynamic
Contrast, Gamma and White Balance.

Advanced Settings

Black Tone : Off ►

Dynamic Contrast : Medium
Gamma : 0

Expert Pattern : Off

RGB Only Mode : Off
Color Space : Native
White Balance

■ Black Tone (Off / Dark / Darker / Darkest): Select the

black level to adjust the screen depth.

■ Dynamic Contrast (Off / Low / Medium / High): Adjust

the screen contrast.

■ Gamma: Adjust the primary color intensity.

■ Expert Pattern (Off / Pattern1 / Pattern2): By
running the Expert Pattern function, the picture can
be calibrated. If the OSD menu disappears or a menu
other than the Picture menu is opened, the calibration is
saved and the Expert Pattern window disappears.

Off: Turns the Expert Pattern function off.
Pattern1: This is a test screen designed to demonstrate

the affects of display settings on shades.
Pattern2: This is a test screen designed to demonstrate

the affects of display settings on colors.

✎

After selecting Pattern1 or Pattern2, you can
adjust any of the advanced settings to the desired
effect.

✎

While the Expert Pattern is running, sound is not
output.

✎

Only enabled in DTV, Component and HDMI
modes.

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■ RGB Only Mode (Off / Red / Green / Blue): Displays
the Red, Green and Blue color for making fine
adjustments to the hue and saturation.

■ Color Space (Auto / Native / Custom): Adjust the
range of colors available to create the image. To adjust
Color, Red, Green, Blue and Reset, set Color Space
to Custom.

■ White Balance: Adjust the color temperature for a more
natural picture.

R-Offset / G-Offset / B-Offset: Adjust each color's
(red, green, blue) darkness.

R-Gain / G-Gain / B-Gain: Adjust each color's (red,
green, blue) brightness.

Reset: Resets the White Balance to it's default
settings.

■ 10p White Balance (Off / On): Controls the white
balance in 10 point intervals by adjusting the red, green,
and blue brightness.

✎

Available when the picture mode is set to Movie
and when the external input is set to all input.

✎

Some external devices may not support this
function.

Interval: Select interval to adjust.
Red: Adjust the red level.
Green: Adjust the green level.
Blue: Adjust the blue level.
Reset: Resets the 10p White Balance to its default

settings.

■ Flesh Tone: Emphasize pink “Flesh Tone.”

■ Edge Enhancement (Off / On): Emphasize object
boundaries.

■ xvYCC (Off / On): Setting the xvYCC mode on
increases detail and color space when watching movies
from an external device (e.g. BD/DVD player) connected
to the HDMI or Component IN jacks.

✎

Available when the picture mode is set to Movie
and when the external input is set to HDMI or
Component.

✎

Some external devices may not support this
function.

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MENUm → Picture → Picture Options →
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In PC mode, you can only make changes to the Color
Tone, Size and Screen Burn Protection.

Picture Options

Color Tone : Normal ►

Size : 16:9
Digital Noise Filter : Auto
MPEG Noise Filter : Auto

HDMI Black Level : Normal

Film Mode : Off
Screen Burn Protection

■ Color Tone (Cool / Normal / Warm1 / Warm2)

✎

Warm1 or Warm2 will be deactivated when the picture
mode is Dynamic.

✎

Settings can be adjusted and stored for each external
device connected to an input on the TV.

■ Size: Your cable box/satellite receiver may

have its own set of screen sizes as well.
However, we highly recommend you use
16:9 mode most of the time.

16:9 : Sets the picture to 16:9 wide mode.
Zoom1: Use for moderate magnification.
Zoom2: Use for a stronger magnification.
Wide Fit: Enlarges the aspect ratio of the picture to fit

the entire screen.

✎

Available with HD 1080i / 720p signal in 16:9
mode.

4:3 : Sets the picture to basic (4:3) mode.

✎

Do not watch in 4:3 format for a long time. Traces
of borders displayed on the left, right and center
of the screen may cause image retention(screen
burn) which are not covered by the warranty.

Screen Fit: Displays the full image without any cut-off
when HDMI (720p / 1080i / 1080p) or Component
(1080i / 1080p) signals are inputted.

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P.SIZE

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NOTE

When Double (À, Œ) mode has been set in PIP

x

(Picture-in-Picture), the Picture Size cannot be set.
After selecting Zoom1, Zoom2 or Wide Fit:

x

1. Press the ► button to select Position.

2. Press the ENTER

3. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to move the picture up

or down.

4. Press the ENTER

5. Press the ► button to select Reset.

6. Press the ENTER

to its default position.

After selecting Screen Fit in HDMI (1080i/1080p) or

x

Component (1080i/1080p) mode, you may need to
center the picture:

1. Press the ◄ or ► button to select Position.

2. Press the ENTER

3. Press the ▲, ▼, ◄ or ► button to move the

picture.

4. Press the ENTER

5. Press the ◄ or ► button to select Reset.

6. Press the ENTER

HD (High Definition): 16:9 - 1080i/1080p (1920x1080),

x

720p (1280x720)
Settings can be adjusted and stored for each

x

external device you have connected to an input on
the TV.

Input Source Picture Size

ATV, AV,
Component (480i, 480p)
DTV(1080i),
Component (1080i, 1080p),
HDMI (720p, 1080i, 1080p)
PC 16:9, 4:3

■ Digital Noise Filter (Off / Low / Medium / High / Auto
/ Auto Visualisation): If the broadcast signal received
by your TV is weak, you can activate the Digital Noise
Filter feature to reduce any static and ghosting that may
appear on the screen.

✎

When the signal is weak, try other options until the
best picture is displayed.

Auto Visualisation: When changing analog channels,
displays signal strength.

✎

Only available for analog channels.

✎

When bar is green, you are receiving the best
possible signal.

■ MPEG Noise Filter (Off / Low / Medium / High /
Auto): Reduces MPEG noise to provide improved
picture quality.

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button.

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button to reset the picture

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button.

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button.

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button.

16:9, Zoom1,
Zoom2, 4:3

16:9, 4:3, Wide Fit,
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■ HDMI Black Level (Normal / Low): Selects the black

level on the screen to adjust the screen depth.

✎

Available only in HDMI mode.

■ Film Mode (Off / Auto1 / Auto2): Sets the TV to

automatically sense and process film signals from all
sources and adjusts the picture for optimum quality.

✎

Available in TV, AV, COMPONENT (480i / 1080i)
and HDMI (480i / 1080i).

■ Screen Burn Protection: To reduce the possibility of

screen burn, this unit is equipped with screen burn
prevention technology. The Time setting allows you to
program the time between movement of the picture in
minutes.

Pixel Shift (Off / On): Using this function, you can
minutely move pixels on the PDP in horizontal or vertical
direction to minimize after-images on the screen.

✎

Optimum condition for pixel shift

Item

Horizontal 0~4 4

Vertical 0~4 4

Time (minute) 1~4 min. 4 min.

✎

The Pixel Shift value may differ depending on the
monitor size (inches) and mode.

✎

This function is not available in the Screen Fit
mode.

Auto Protection Time (10 min. / 20 min. / 40 min. / 1
hour / Off): Set the time the screen remains idle with a

still image until the screen saver is activated. The screen
saver prevents the formation of ghost images on the
screen.

Scrolling: This function removes after-images on the
screen by moving all the pixels on the PDP according
to a pattern. Use this function when there are remaining
after-images or symbols on the screen, especially when
you displayed a still image on the screen for a long time.

✎

The after-image removal function has to be
executed for a long time (approximately 1 hour)
to effectively remove after-images on the screen.
If the after-image is not removed after performing
the function, repeat the function again.

✎

Press any key on the remote control to cancel this
feature.

Side Gray (Light / Dark): When you watch TV with the
screen ratio set to 4:3, the screen is prevented from any
damage by adjusting the white balance on both extreme
left and right sides.

TV/AV/Component/

HDMI/PC

¦ Viewing TV using the 3D function

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MENUm → Picture → 3D → ENTER

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ THE
FOLLOWING WARNINGS BEFORE YOU OR YOUR
CHILD USE THE 3D FUNCTION

WARNING

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As the TV turns on, the left and right sides of 3D

x

pictures may overlap more than usual. It may take
time until the picture quality is optimized.

The 3D effect may be experienced differently

x

depending on the viewer. You may not notice the 3D
effect at all if you have a prescription for one eye that
is very different from the other eye.

Parents’ careful supervision is required particularly

x

when children or teenagers view 3D images.
Photosensitive Seizure Warning and Other Health

x

Risks

– Some viewers may experience an epileptic seizure

or stroke when exposed to certain flashing images
or lights contained in certain television pictures or
video games. If you or any of your relatives has a
history of epilepsy or strokes, please consult with a
medical specialist before using the 3D function.

– Do not watch 3D pictures when you feel

incoherent, sleepy, tired or sick. Avoid watching 3D
pictures for many hours.

– Even those without a personal or family history

of epilepsy or stroke may have an undiagnosed
condition that can cause “photosensitive epileptic
seizures.”

– If you experience any of the following symptoms

immediately stop watching 3D pictures and
consult a medical specialist: (1) altered vision; (2)

lightheadedness; (3) dizziness; (4) involuntary
movements such as eye or muscle twitching;
(5) confusion; (6) nausea; (7) loss of awareness;
(8) convulsions; (9) cramps; and/or (10)
disorientation. Parents should monitor and ask

their children about the above symptoms-children
and teenagers may be more likely than adults to
experience these symptoms.

Note that watching TV while sitting too close to the

x

screen for an extended period of time may weaken
your eyesight.

Note that watching TV while wearing 3D Active

x

Glasses for an extended period of time may cause a
headache or fatigue. If you feel headache, fatigue or
dizziness, stop watching TV and rest.

Some 3D pictures may startle viewers. The pregnant,

x

elderly, epileptic and those suffering from serious
physical conditions are advised to avoid utilizing the
unit’s 3D functionality.

We don't recommend watching 3D if you are in bad

x

physical condition, need sleep or have been drinking
liquor.

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Please take care to be aware of the room around

x

you. This product is designed to be immersive. DO
NOT use this product near open stairwells, cables,
balconies, or other objects that can be tripped over,
run into, knocked down, broken or fallen over. Being
startled or deluding yourself into thinking that the 3D
images are real may cause you to crush a nearby
object or get injured trying to move your body.

Do not use the 3D Active Glasses for any other

x

purpose than for which it was designed. Wearing the
3D Active Glasses for any other purpose (as general
spectacles, sunglasses, protective goggles, etc.)
may physically harm you or weaken your eyesight.

Immersive video can potentially have adverse effects

x

on the user including motion sickness, perceptual
after effects, disorientation, eye strain, and
decreased postural stability. Take frequent breaks
to lessen the potential of these effects. If your eyes
show signs of fatigue or dryness or if you have any of
the above symptoms, immediately discontinue use
of this device and do not resume using it for at least
thirty minutes after the symptoms have subsided.

The ideal viewing distance should be three times

x

or more the height of the screen. We recommend
sitting with viewer's eyes on a level with the screen.

3D

This exciting new feature enables you to view
3D content. In order to fully enjoy this feature,
you must purchase a pair of Samsung 3D
Active Glasses (SSG-2100AB, SSG-2200AR,
SSG-2200KR) to view 3D video.

Samsung 3D Active Glasses are sold
separately. For more detailed purchasing
information, contact the retailer where you purchased this TV.

3D emitter

✎

The LED on the 3D emitter blinks only when sending a
3D signal.

✎

If there is any obstacle between the emitter and 3D
Active Glasses, the proper 3D effect may not be
obtained.

3D

■ 3D Mode: Select the 3D input format.

✎

If you want to feel the 3D effect fully, please wear
the 3D Active Glasses first, and then select 3D
Mode from the list below that provides the best
3d viewing experience.

✎

When watching 3D images, turn on 3D Active
Glasses.

3D Mode Operation
Off Turns the 3D function off.

2D → 3D

Side by Side

Top & Bottom

Line by Line

Vertical Stripe

Checker
Board

Frequency

✎

“Side by Side” and “Top & Bottom” are available
when the resolution is 720p, 1080i and 1080p in
DTV, HDMI and USB mode or when set to PC
and the PC is connected through an HDMI/DVI
cable.

✎

“Vertical Strip”, “Line by Line” and “Checker
Board” are available when the resolution is set to
PC and the PC is connected through an HDMI/
DVI cable.

✎

“Frequency” displays the frequency (60Hz only)
when the resolution is set to PC.

■ 3D → 2D (Off / On): Displays the image for the left eye
only.

✎

This function is deactivated when 3D Mode set to
“2D → 3D” or Off.

■ 3D View point: The overall adjustment of 3D
perspective.

✎

This function is deactivated when 3D Mode set to
“2D → 3D” or Off.

■ Depth: Adjusts focus / depth in “2D → 3D” mode.

✎

This function is only activated when the 3D Mode
is “2D → 3D”.

■ Picture Correction: Adjusts the images for the left and
right eye.

Changes a 2D image to 3D.
Displays two images next to

each other.
Displays one image above

another.
Displays the images for the left

and right eye alternately in rows.
Displays the images for the

left and right eye alternately in
columns.

Displays the images for the
left and right eye alternately in
pixels.

Displays the images for the
left and right eye alternately in
frames.

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■ 3D Auto View (Off / On): If 3D Auto View is set to On,

a “Side by Side” format HDMI signal with one of the
resolutions below is automatically switched to 3D. Here,
correct 3D information must be sent from the Standard
HDMI 3D Format.

✎

If a 3D failure occurs due to a 3D information error,
set 3D Auto View to Off and manually select a
3D Mode using the 3D button or corresponding
menu.

✎

Support resolution (16:9 only)

Resolution Frequency (Hz)

1280 x 720p 60 Hz

1920 x 1080i 60 Hz

1920 x 1080p 24 / 30 / 60 Hz

■ 3D Optimize: The overall adjustment of 3D effect.

Resolution supported for HDMI PC mode

The resolution for HDMI PC mode is optimized to 1920 x
1080 input.

An input resolution other than 1920 x 1080 may not be
displayed properly in 3D display or full screen mode.

How to watch the 3D image

3D

To watch in 3D, wear 3D glasses and press
the power button on the glasses.

Viewing 3D TV motion pictures for long
periods may cause eye fatigue and/or
dizziness.

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Cancel

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3D3D

Using the LEFT / RIGHT keys on the remote control,

Using the LEFT / RIGHT keys on the remote control,
select the icon suitable for the picture on screen.

select the icon suitable for the picture on screen.

Supported formats and operating specifications for
Standard HDMI 3D

✎

The 3D formats indicated below are recommended by
the HDMI association and must be supported.

Source signal format Standard HDMI 1.4 3D

1920x1080p@24Hz x 2 1920x2205p@24Hz
1280x720p@60Hz x 2 1280x1470p@60Hz

The mode is automatically switched to 3D in one of the
source signal formats above.

Before using 3D function...

✎

NOTE

You may notice a small amount of screen flickering

x

when watching 3D images in poor light conditions
(from a strobe light, etc.), or under a fluorescent lamp
(50Hz ~ 60Hz) or 3 wavelength lamp. If so, dim the
light or turn the lamp off.

3D mode is automatically disabled in following cases:

x

when changing a channel or the input source, or
accessing Media Play or Internet@TV.

Some Picture functions are disabled in 3D mode.

x

PIP is not supported in 3D mode.

x

3D Active Glasses from other manufacturers may not

x

be supported.
The 3D Active Glasses may not work properly if there

x

is any other 3D product or electronic devices turned
on near the glasses or TV. If there is a problem, keep
other electronic devices as far away as possible from
the 3D Active Glasses.

Photos of Media Play are shown in “2D → 3D”

x

mode only.
If you lie on your side while watching TV with 3D

x

active glasses, the picture may look dark or may not
be visible.

Be sure to stay within the viewing angle and optimum

x

TV viewing distance when watching 3D pictures.

– Otherwise, you may not be able to enjoy proper 3D

effects.

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1. Press the CONTENT button, then the Content View

menu will appear.

2. Press the ◄ or ► button, then select 3D.

To watch in 3D, wear 3D Active Glasses and press the
power button on the glasses.

3. Select OK, then press the ENTER

4. Using the ◄ or ► buttons on your remote control, select

the 3D Mode of the image you want to view.

✎

Some 3D modes may not be available depending
on the format of the image source.

Enter

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Exit

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Exit

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Picture Reset (OK / Cancel)

Resets your current picture mode to its default settings.

¦ Setting up the TV with Your PC

Set the input source to PC.

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MENUm → Picture → ENTER

Auto Adjustment

Adjust frequency values/positions and fine tune the settings
automatically.

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Not available when connecting with an HDMI/DVI cable.

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■ Coarse / Fine: Removes or reduces picture noise. If the

noise is not removed by Fine-tuning alone, then adjust
the frequency as best as possible (Coarse) and Fine­tune again. After the noise has been reduced, readjust
the picture so that it is aligned to the center of screen.

■ Position: Adjust the PC’s screen positioning if it does

not fit the TV screen. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to adjust
the Vertical-Position. Press the ◄ or ► button to adjust
the Horizontal-Position.

■ Image Reset: Resets the image to default settings.

Using Your TV as a Computer (PC) Display

Setting Up Your PC Software (Based on Windows XP)
Depending on the version of Windows and the video card,

the actual screens on your PC will probably look different, but
the same basic set-up information will apply in most cases.
(If not, contact your computer manufacturer or Samsung
Dealer.)

1. Click on “Control Panel” on the Windows start menu.

2. Click on “Appearance and Themes” in the “Control

Panel” window and a display dialog-box will appear.

3. Click on “Display” and a display dialog box will appear.

4. Navigate to the “Settings” tab on the display dialog-box.

y The correct size setting (resolution) [Optimum: 1920 X

1080 pixels]

y If a vertical-frequency option exists on your display

settings dialog box, the correct value is “60” or “60 Hz”.
Otherwise, just click “OK” and exit the dialog box.

Sound Menu

¦ Changing the Preset Sound Mode

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SRS TheaterSound

■ Standard: Selects the normal sound mode.

■ Music: Emphasizes music over voices.

■ Movie: Provides the best sound for movies.

■ Clear Voice: Emphasizes voices over other sounds.

■ Amplify: Increase the intensity of high-frequency sound
to allow a better listening experience for the hearing
impaired.

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Equalizer

Adjusts the sound mode (standard sound mode only).

■ Balance L/R: Adjusts the balance between the right and
left speaker.

■ 100Hz / 300Hz / 1kHz / 3kHz / 10kHz (Bandwidth
Adjustment): Adjusts the level of specific bandwidth
frequencies.

■ Reset: Resets the equalizer to its default settings.

¦ Sound Settings

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MENUm → Sound → ENTER

SRS TruSurround HD (Off / On)

(standard sound mode only)
This function provides a virtual 5.1 channel surround sound

experience through a pair of speakers using HRTF (Head
Related Transfer Function) technology.

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SRS TruDialog (Off / On)

(standard sound mode only)
This function allows you to increase the intensity of a voice

over background music or sound effects so that dialog can
be heard more clearly.

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Preferred Language

(digital channels only)
Digital-TV broadcasts are capable of simultaneous

transmission of many audio tracks (for example,
simultaneous translations of the program into foreign
languages).

✎

You can only select a language among the ones being
broadcasted.

Multi-Track Sound (MTS)

(analog channels only)

■ Mono: Choose for channels that are broadcasting in

mono or if you are having difficulty receiving a stereo
signal.

■ Stereo: Choose for channels that are broadcasting in

stereo.

■ SAP: Choose to listen to the Separate Audio Program,

which is usually a foreign-language translation.

✎

Depending on the particular program being broadcast,
you can listen to Mono, Stereo or SAP.

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SPDIF Output

SPDIF (Sony Philips Digital Interface) is used to provide digital
sound, reducing interference going to speakers and various
digital devices such as an A/V Receiver/Home theater.

■ Audio Format: During the reception of a digital TV
broadcast, you can select the Digital Audio output
(SPDIF) format from the options PCM or Dolby Digital.

■ Audio Delay: Correct audio-video sync problems, when
watching TV or video, and when listening to digital audio
output using an external device such as an AV receiver
(0ms ~ 250ms).

Sound Reset (OK / Cancel)

Reset all sound settings to the factory defaults.

Setup Menu

¦ Setting the Time

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MENUm → Setup → Time → ENTER

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Auto Volume (Off / Normal / Night)

To equalize the volume level on each channel, set to Normal.

■ Night: This mode provides an improved sound
experience compared to Normal mode, making almost
no noise. It is useful at night.

Speaker Select (External Speaker / TV
Speaker)

A sound echo may occur due to a difference in decoding
speed between the main speaker and the audio receiver. In
this case, set the TV to External Speaker.

✎

When Speaker Select is set to External Speaker, the
volume and MUTE buttons will not operate and the
sound settings will be limited.

✎

When Speaker Select is set to External Speaker.

TV Speaker: Off, External Speaker: On

x

✎

When Speaker Select is set to TV Speaker.

TV Speaker: On, External Speaker: On

x

✎

If there is no video signal, both speakers will be mute.

Time

■ Clock: Setting the clock is for using various timer

features of the TV.

O

The current time will appear every time you press
the INFO button.

✎

If you disconnect the power cord, you have to set
the clock again.

Clock Mode (Auto / Manual)

– Auto: Set the current time automatically using the

time from a digital channel.

✎

The antenna must be connected in order to set
the time automatically.

– Manual: Set the current time manually.

✎

Depending on the broadcast station and signal,
the auto time set up may not be correct. In this
case, set the time manually.

Clock Set: Set the Month, Day, Year, Hour, Minute and
am/pm manually.

✎

Available only when Clock Mode is set to
Manual.

✎

You can set the Month, Day, Year, Hour and
Minute directly by pressing the number buttons
on the remote control.

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DST (Daylight Saving Time) (Off / On): Switches the
Daylight Saving Time function on or off.

✎

This function is only available when the Clock

Mode is set to Auto.

Time Zone: Select your time zone.

✎

This function is only available when the Clock

Mode is set to Auto.

¦ Using the Sleep Timer

O

MENUm → Setup → Time → Sleep Timer →
ENTER

E

■ Sleep Timer
after a preset period of time. (30, 60, 90, 120, 150 and
180 minutes).

✎

t

To cancel the Sleep Timer, select Off.

: Automatically shuts off the TV

¦ Setting the On / Off Timer

O

MENUm → Setup → Time → Timer 1 →
ENTER

E

You can set the TV to turn on automatically at a preset time.

■ Timer 1 / Timer 2 / Timer 3: Three different on / off
timer settings can be made. You must set the clock first.

Timer 1

On Time

▲

Inactivate

▼

Off Time

Inactivate

Volume

10 TV Cable 1

Repeat

Once

On Time / Off Time: Set the hour, minute, and activate
/ inactivate. (To activate the timer with the setting you’ve
chosen, set to Activate.)

Volume: Set the desired volume level.
Source: Select TV or USB content to be played when

the TV is turned on automatically. (USB can be selected
only when a USB device is connected to the TV)

Antenna (when the Source is set to TV): Select Air or
Cable.

Channel (when the Source is set to TV): Select the

desired channel.

00 00 am

00 00 am

Source Antenna Channel

Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat

L

Move

U

Adjust

E

Enter

R

Return

Contents (when the Source is set to USB): Select a
folder in the USB device containing music or photo files
to be played when the TV is turned on automatically.

✎

NOTE

If there is no music file on the USB device or the

x

folder containing a music file is not selected, the
Timer function does not operate correctly.

When there is only one photo file in the USB,

x

the Slide Show will not play.
If a folder name is too long, the folder cannot be

x

selected.
Each USB you use is assigned its own folder.

x

When using more than one of the same type of
USB, make sure the folders assigned to each
USB have different names.

Repeat: Select Once, Everyday, Mon~Fri, Mon~Sat,
Sat~Sun or Manual to set at you convenience. If you

select Manual, you can set up the day you want to
activate the timer.

✎

The c mark indicates the day is selected.

✎

Auto Power Off (available only when the TV is turned
on by the Timer): The TV will be automatically turned off
after 3 hours of being left idle to prevent overheating.

¦ Locking Programs

O

MENUm → Setup → Security → ENTER

E

Security

The PIN input screen appears, Enter your 4 digit PIN number.

■ V-Chip: The V-Chip feature automatically locks out

programs that are deemed inappropriate for children.
The user must enter a PIN (personal identification
number) before any of the V-Chip restrictions are set up
or changed.

✎

NOTE

V-Chip is not available in HDMI, Component

x

or PC mode.
The default PIN number of a new TV set is

x

“0-0-0-0”.
Allow All: Press to unlock all TV ratings.

x

Block All: Press to lock all TV ratings.

x

V-Chip Lock (Off / On): You can block rated TV
Programs.

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TV Parental Guidelines: You can block TV programs
depending on their rating. This function allows you to
control what your children are watching.

– TV-Y: Young children / TV-Y7: Children 7 and over /

TV-G: General audience / TV-PG: Parental guidance
/ TV-14: Viewers 14 and over / TV-MA: Mature
audience

– ALL: Lock all TV ratings. / FV: Fantasy violence / V:

Violence / S: Sexual situation / L: Adult Language / D:
Sexually Suggestive Dialog

✎

The V-Chip will automatically block certain
categories dealing with more sensitive material.
For example, if you block the TV-Y category,
then TV-Y7 will automatically be blocked.
Similarly, if you block the TV-G category, then
all the categories in the young adult group will
be blocked (TV-G, TV-PG, TV-14 and TV-MA).
The sub-ratings (D, L, S, V) work similarly. So,
if you block the L sub-rating in TV-PG, then
the L sub-ratings in TV-14 and TV-MA will
automatically be blocked.

MPAA Rating: You can block movies depending on
their MPAA rating. The Motion Picture Association of
America(MPAA) has implemented a rating system that
provides parents or guardians with advanced information
on which films are appropriate for children.

– G: General audience (no restrictions). / PG: Parental

guidance suggested. / PG-13: Parents strongly
cautioned. / R: Restricted. Children under 17 should
be accompanied by an adult. / NC-17: No children
under age 17. / X: Adults only. / NR: Not rated.

✎

The V-Chip will automatically block any
category that deals with more sensitive material.
For example, if you block the PG-13 category,
then R, NC-17 and X will automatically be
blocked.

Canadian English: You can block TV programs
depending on their Anglophone Canadian ratings.

– C: Programming intended for children under age 8. /

C8+: Programming generally considered acceptable
for children 8 years and over to watch on their own.
/ G: General programming, suitable for all audiences.
/ PG: Parental Guidance. / 14+: Programming
contains themes or content which may not be
suitable for viewers under the age of 14. / 18+: Adult
programming.

✎

The V-Chip will automatically block any
category that deals with more sensitive material.
For example, if you block the G category, then

PG, 14+ and 18+ will automatically be blocked.

Canadian French: You can block TV programs

depending on their French Canadian rating.

– G: General / 8 ans+: Programming generally

considered acceptable for children 8 years and over
to watch on their own. / 13 ans+: Programming may
not be suitable for children under the age of 13. / 16
ans+: Programming is not suitable for children under
the age of 16. / 18 ans+: Programming restricted to
adults.

✎

The V-Chip will automatically block any
category that deals with more sensitive material.
For example, if you block the 8 ans+ category,
then 13 ans+, 16 ans+ and 18 ans+ will
automatically be blocked also.

Downloadable U.S. Rating: Parental restriction
information can be used while watching DTV channels.

✎

NOTE

If information is not downloaded from the

x

broadcasting station, the Downloadable U.S.
Rating menu is deactivated.

Parental restriction information is automatically

x

downloaded while watching DTV channels. It
may take several seconds.

The Downloadable U.S. Rating menu

x

is available for use after information is
downloaded from the broadcasting station.
However, depending on the information from
the broadcasting station, it may not be available
for use.

Parental restriction levels differ depending on

x

the broadcasting station. The default menu
name and Downloadable US Rating change
depending on the downloaded information.

Even if you set the on-screen display to another

x

language, the Downloadable U.S. Rating
menu will appear in English only.

The rating will automatically block certain

x

categories that deal with more sensitive
material.

The rating titles (For example: Humor Level..etc)

x

and TV ratings (For example: DH, MH, H..etc)
may differ depending on the broadcasting
station.

■ Change PIN: The Change PIN screen will appear.

Choose any 4 digits for your PIN and enter them. As
soon as the 4 digits are entered, the Confirm New
PIN screen appears. Re-enter the same 4 digits. When
the Confirm screen disappears, your PIN has been
memorized.

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How to watch a restricted channel

If the TV is tuned to a restricted channel, the V-Chip will
block it. The screen will go blank and the following message
will appear:

This channel is blocked by V-Chip. Please enter the PIN to
unblock.

✎

If you forget the PIN, press the remote-control buttons
in the following sequence, which resets the pin to “0-0­0-0:” POWER (off) → MUTE → 8 → 2 → 4 → POWER
(on)

¦ Other Features

O

MENUm → Setup → ENTER

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Menu Language

Set the menu language.

1. Select Menu Language and press the ENTER

button.

2. Choose desired language and press the ENTER

button.

✎

Choose between English, Español and Français.

E

E

Caption

(On-Screen Text Messages)

■ Caption (Off / On): You can switch the
caption function on or off. If captions are
not available, they will not be displayed on
the screen.

✎

The Caption feature doesn’t work in
Component, HDMI or PC modes.

■ Caption Mode: You can select the desired
caption mode.

✎

The availability of captions depends on the
program being broadcast.

Default / CC1~CC4 / Text1~Text4: (analog channels
only) The Analog Caption function operates in either
analog TV channel mode or when a signal is supplied
from an external device to the TV. (Depending on the
broadcasting signal, the Analog Caption function may or
may not work with digital channels.)

Default / Service1~Service6 / CC1~CC4 /
Text1~Text4: (digital channels only) The Digital Captions

function works with digital channels.

✎

Service1~6 may not be available in digital caption
mode depending on the broadcast.

CC

■ Digital Caption Options: (digital channels only)
Size: Options include Default, Small, Standard and

Large. The default is Standard.
Font Style: Options include Default and Styles 0 to 7.

The default is Style 0.
Foreground Color: Options include Default, White,

Black, Red, Green, Blue, Yellow, Magenta and Cyan. You
can change the color of the letter. The default is White.

Background Color: Options include Default, White,
Black, Red, Green, Blue, Yellow, Magenta and Cyan.
You can change the background color of the caption.
The default is Black.

Foreground Opacity: This adjusts the opacity of text.
Options include Default, Transparent, Translucent, Solid
and Flashing.

Background Opacity: This adjusts the opacity of
the caption background. Options include Default,
Transparent, Translucent, Solid and Flashing.

Return to Default: This option sets each Size, Font
Style, Foreground Color, Background Color, Foreground
Opacity and Background Opacity to its default.

✎

NOTE

Digital Caption Options are available only

x

when Default and Service1 ~ Service6 can be
selected in Caption Mode.

The availability of captions depends on the

x

program being broadcasted.
The Default setting follows the standards set by

x

the broadcaster.
The Foreground and Background cannot be set

x

to have the same color.
You cannot set both the Foreground Opacity

x

and the Background Opacity to Transparent.

Network (Network Type / Network Setup
/ Network Test / SWL (Samsung Wireless
Link) / SWL connect)

For details on set up options, refer to the “Network
Connection” instructions (p. 29).

General

■ Game Mode (Off / On): When connecting to a game
console such as PlayStation™ or Xbox™, you can enjoy
a more realistic gaming experience by selecting the
game menu.

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✎

NOTE

Precautions and limitations for game mode

x

– To disconnect the game console and connect

another external device, set Game Mode to Off in
the setup menu.

– If you display the TV menu in Game Mode, the

screen shakes slightly.

Game Mode is not available when the input source

x

is set to TV or PC.
After connecting the game console, set Game Mode

x

to On. Unfortunately, you may notice reduced picture
quality.

If Game Mode is On:

x

– Picture mode is set to Standard and Sound mode

is set to Movie.

– Equalizer is not available.

■ BD Wise (Off / On): Provides the optimal picture quality

for Samsung DVD, Blu-ray and Home Theater products
which support BD Wise. When BD Wise is turned On,
the picture mode is automatically changed to the optimal
resolution.

✎

Available when connecting Samsung products
that support BD Wise through a HDMI cable.

■ Menu Transparency (Bright / Dark): Set the

Transparency of the menu.

■ Melody (Off / Low / Medium / High): Set so that a

melody plays when the TV is turned on or off.

✎

Melody is disabled when FastStart is On.

■ FastStart (Off / On): When the TV is powered on, the

screen will come on quickly with this feature.

Wireless Remote Control (Off / On)

Turn on/off or give permission to Samsung mobile phones/
devices.

You must have a Samsung Mobile phone/device which
supports Wireless Remote Control. For more details, refer
to each device's manual.

¦ Picture In Picture (PIP)

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PIP

You can watch the TV tuner and one external video source
simultaneously. PIP (Picture-in-Picture) does not function in
the same mode.

O

MENUm → Setup → PIP → ENTER

✎

NOTE

For PIP sound, refer to the Sound Select

x

instructions.
If you turn the TV off while watching in PIP mode, the

x

PIP window will disappear.
You may notice that the picture in the PIP window

x

becomes slightly unnatural when you use the main
screen to view a game or karaoke.

While V-Chip or Internet@TV is in operation, the PIP

x

function cannot be used.
PIP Settings

x

Main picture Sub picture
Component, HDMI1/DVI,

HDMI2, HDMI3, HDMI4, PCTV

■ PIP (Off / On): Activate or deactivate the PIP function.

■ Air/Cable (Air / Cable): Select either Air or Cable as the
input source for the sub-screen.

■ Channel: Select the channel for the sub-screen.

Õ

■ Size (
picture.

■ Position (
sub-picture.

■ Sound Select (Main / Sub): You can choose the
desired sound (Main / Sub) in PIP mode.

/ à / À / Œ): Select a size for the sub-

Ã

/ – / — / œ): Select a position for the

✎

In Double (À, Œ) mode, Position cannot be
selected.

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Support Menu

O

MENUm → Support → ENTER

E

Legal Notice

✎

The Legal Notice may differ depending on the country.

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Self Diagnosis

✎

Self Diagnostic might take few seconds, this is part of
the normal operation of the TV.

■ Picture Test: Use to check for picture problems.
Yes: If the test pattern does not appear or there is

noise in the test pattern, select Yes. There may be a
problem with the TV. Contact Samsung’s Call Center for
assistance.

No: If the test pattern is properly displayed, select No.
There may be a problem with your external equipment.
Please check your connections. If the problem persists,
refer to the external device’s user manual.

■ Sound Test: Use the built-in melody sound to check for
sound problems.

✎

If you hear no sound from the TV’s speakers,
before performing the sound test, make sure

Speaker Select is set to TV Speaker in the
Sound menu.

✎

The melody will be heard during the test even if
Speaker Select is set to External Speaker or the
sound is muted by pressing the MUTE button.

Yes: If you can hear sound only from one speaker or not
at all during the sound test, select Yes. There may be a
problem with the TV. Contact Samsung’s Call Center for
assistance.

No: If you can hear sound from the speakers, select No.
There may be a problem with your external equipment.
Please check your connections. If the problem persists,
refer to the external device’s user manual.

■ Signal Information: (digital channels only) An HD
channel’s reception quality is either perfect or the
channels are unavailable. Adjust your antenna to
increase signal strength.

■ Troubleshooting: If the TV seems to have a problem,
refer to this description.

✎

If none of these troubleshooting tips apply, contact
the Samsung customer service center.

Software Upgrade

Software Upgrade can be performed by network

connection or downloading the latest firmware from “www.
samsung.com,” to a USB memory device.

Current Version - the software already installed in the TV.

✎

Software is represented as “Year/Month/Day_Version.”

Software Upgrade

Current Version 2010/01/18_000001

By USB ►

By Online

Alternative Software ----/--/--_------

U

Move

E

Enter

R

Return

Installing the Latest Version

■ By USB: Insert a USB drive

containing the firmware
upgrade file, downloaded
from “www.samsung.com,”
into the TV. Please be careful
not to disconnect the power
or remove the USB drive
until upgrades are complete.
The TV will be turned off and
on automatically after completing the firmware upgrade.
When software is upgraded, video and audio settings
you have made will return to their default settings. We
advise you to to write down your settings so that you
can easily reset them after the upgrade.

■ By Online: Upgrade the software using the Internet.

✎

First, configure your network. For detailed
procedures on using the Network Setup, refer to
the “Network Connection” instructions.

✎

If the internet connection doesn’t operate properly,
the connection may be broken. Please retry
downloading. If the problem persists, download by
USB and upgrade.

■ Alternative Software (backup): Displays the software
version downloaded through By Online. During the
software upgrading, When the Upgrade will discontinue
from last step, this function be activated.

TV Rear Panel

or

USB Drive

HD Connection Guide

Refer to this information when connecting external devices
to the TV.

Contact Samsung

View this information when your TV does not work properly
or when you want to upgrade the software. You can find
information regarding our call centers and how to download
products and software.

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Advanced Features

Network Connection

You can set up your TV so that it can access the Internet through your local area network (LAN) using a wired or wireless
connection.

¦ Connecting to a Wired Network

You can attach your TV to your LAN using cable in three ways:

y You can attach your TV to your LAN by connecting the LAN port on the back of your TV to an external modem using a Cat

5 cable. See the diagram below.

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The Modem Port on the Wall

Modem Cable (Not Supplied)

y You can attach your TV to your LAN by connecting the LAN port on the back of your TV to a IP Sharer which is connected

to an external modem. Use a Cat 5 cable for the connection. See the diagram below.

The Modem Port on the Wall

Modem Cable (Not Supplied)

y Depending on how your network is configured, you may be able to attach your TV to your LAN by connecting the LAN

port on the back of your TV directly to a network wall outlet using a Cat 5 cable. See the diagram below. Note that the wall
outlet is attached to a modem or router elsewhere in your house.

The LAN Port on the Wall

External Modem

(ADSL / VDSL / Cable TV)

External Modem

(ADSL / VDSL / Cable TV)

LAN Cable (Not Supplied)

IP Sharer

(having DHCP server)

LAN Cable (Not Supplied)LAN Cable (Not Supplied)

TV Rear Panel

TV Rear Panel

TV Rear Panel

LAN Cable (Not Supplied)

If you have a Dynamic Network, you should use an ADSL modem or router that supports Dynamic Host Configuration
Protocol (DHCP). Modems and routers that support DHCP automatically provide the IP address, subnet mask, gateway,
and DNS values your TV needs to access the Internet so you don’t have to enter them manually. Most home networks are
Dynamic Networks.

Some networks require a Static IP address. If your network requires a Static IP address, you must enter the IP address,
subnet mask, gateway, and DNS values manually on your TV’s Cable Setup Screen when you set up the network
connection. To get the IP address, subnet mask, gateway, and DNS values, contact your Internet Service Provider (ISP). If
you have a Windows computer, you can also get these values through your computer.

✎

You can use ADSL modems that support DHCP if your network requires a Static IP address. ADSL modems that
support DHCP also let you use Static IP addresses.

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Network Setup (Auto)

Use the Automatic Network Setup when connecting your
TV to a network that supports DHCP. To set up your TV’s
cable network connection automatically, follow these steps:

How to set up automatically

1. Connect your TV to your LAN as described in the

previous section.

2. Turn on your TV, press the MENU button on your
remote, use the ▲ or ▼ button to select Setup, and
then press the ENTER

3. Use the ▲ or ▼ button to select Network in the Setup
menu, and then press the ENTER
Network screen appears.

Network Type : Wired ►

Network Setup
Network Test

SWL (Samsung Wireless Link) : Off
SWL connect

4. On the Network screen, select Network Type.

5. Set Network Type to Wired.

6. Select Network Setup. The Network Setup screen

appears.

Internet Protocol Setup : Auto ►

IP Address :
Subnet Mask :
Gateway :

DNS : Auto

DNS Server :

E

button.

Network

U

Move

Network Setup

E

button. The

E

Enter

R

Return

Network Setup (Manual)

Use the Manual Network Setup when connecting your TV to
a network that requires a Static IP address.

Getting the Network Connection Values

To get the Network connection values on most Windows
computers, follow these steps:

1. Right click the Network icon on the bottom right of the

screen.

2. In the pop-up menu that appears, click Status.

3. On the dialog that appears, click the Support tab.

4. On the Support Tab, click the Details button. The

Network connection values are displayed.

How to set up manually

To set up your TV’s cable network connection manually,
follow these steps:

1. Follow Steps 1 through 6 in the “How to set up

automatically” procedure.

2. Set Internet Protocol Setup to Manual.

3. Press the ▼ button on your remote to go to the first

entry field.

4. Enter the IP Address, Subnet Mask, Gateway, and
DNS Server values. Use the number buttons on your

remote to enter numbers and the arrow buttons to move
from one entry field to another.

5. When done, press the RETURN button on your remote.

6. Select Network Test to check the Internet connectivity.

U

Move

E

Enter

R

Return

7. Set Internet Protocol Setup to Auto.

8. Auto acquires and enters the needed Internet values

automatically.

9. Wait two minutes, and then press the RETURN button

on your remote.

10. If the Network Function has not acquired the network
connection values, go to the directions for Manual.

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